A meeting of the national headquarters to coordinate flood prevention and response efforts took place today, chaired by Kazakhstan's Prime Minister Olzhas Bektenov. Currently, the Shardara reservoir is releasing 500 cubic meters of water per second into the lower Syrdarya River, with 200 cubic meters directed to the Koksarai water regulator, while the region is receiving 378 cubic meters per second. A comprehensive strategy to mitigate potential flooding has been established, along with a plan for managing large water flows in the Syrdarya during the winter-spring season of 2024-2025.
The river's water levels are controlled by channeling it into a network of main canals and lakes. Designated agencies, equipped with specialized tools and resources, have been assigned to flood-prone areas. Essential flood management equipment and evacuation sites have been set up, with local authorities, emergency services, and water management experts on constant alert.
The regional budget has allocated KZT 139 million, and two helicopters are on standby as per an agreement with JSC Kazaviakutkaru. Additionally, a contract has been signed for ice blasting operations. Last year, KZT 130 million 500 thousand was allocated for protective dam work at three locations, and 20 sites have been repaired using funds from alternative sources.

Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kyzylorda/press/news/details/956190